Robert F. Kennedy faced scrutiny from the Senate health committee regarding his financial involvement in vaccine litigation tied to his potential role as health secretary. Initially, he disclosed a stake that could yield fees from Wisner Baum, a law firm suing Merck over vaccine injury claims. During questioning, Kennedy asserted he would now forfeit any rights to those fees, aiming to quell concerns about a conflict of interest. Critics, primarily Democrats, highlighted the problematic nature of retaining financial ties while overseeing regulations on drug manufacturers.
Mr. Kennedy stated, 'I have given away all of my rights to any fees in that lawsuit.' He emphasized this change during intense questioning by the Senate health committee.
Lawmakers expressed concerns, with many Democrats suggesting his financial arrangement posed an inherent conflict due to potential gains from regulating drug companies.
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